The physical facilities of the University are both enormous assets and resources crucial to the operations of the campus. The Office of Facilities Management has developed these standards and guidelines to ensure that current use and future renovations best support the University’s strategic goals and programmatic needs.


Program, Design, and Space Management

Guiding Principles of Space Management and Renovation
Preservation Standards & Guidelines
Signage & Wayfinding Program
Research Space Allocation Guidelines
Classroom Design Guidelines
Office and Support Space Standards


Building Products and Construction

Planning, Design and Construction Standards
08 71 OSC Single-Source Approval for VonDuprin Exit Devices
10 14 Exterior Signage & Wayfinding Standards Manual
10 14 Interior Signage & Wayfinding Standards Manual
10 14 Addendum - Regulatory Signage
26 00 Primary Electric Masterplan Design Standards
27 00 Communications
28 00 Electronic Safety and Security Manufacturers
33 00 Design Guidelines: Stormwater, Sanitary Sewer, Water & Irrigation Systems
33 00 Inspection & Maintenance Plan: Stormwater, Sanitary Sewer, Water & Irrigation Systems


Project Documentation and Deliverables

Physical Space Inventory (PSI) Project Requirements
Geographic Information System (GIS) Geodatabase Standards
Site/Utility Record Plan Requirements
CAD Guidelines
BIM Guidelines


Energy Management

Guidelines Regarding Use Of Personal Equipment and Appliances at Workplace
Space Heating and Cooling (Temperature Setpoint) Policy


Code Administration

Code Administration Documents


Stormwater Management

Stormwater Management Procedures


Environmental Health and Safety

EH&S Policies, Procedures & Forms


Maintenance & Operations Guidelines

University Green Cleaning Policy & General Custodial Guidelines
University Key and Door Lock Policy
Central Plant Annual Shutdown Policy